PLUS Packs introduce a universal licensing standard for a streamlined form of image licensing. With licensors of all sizes worldwide offering the same conveniently standardized, numbered packages, Rights Managed image licensing will be easier than ever.

The PLUS Pack system offers advantages to everyone involved in the licensing process. Image distributors and image creators benefit by providing customers with a versatile system of licensing options that also maintains their ability to effectively manage rights. For customers, PLUS Packs offer the flexibility of broadly defined licenses in a form that is simple, straightforward and transparent. More

Following is a summary of the Packs. Please go to the PLUS Standards Library to download detailed specifications of the licensing parameters.

PLUS Packs

PLUS Pack Name (PLUS ID)

Description

License Parameters

Print Advertising (PAPA)

Use in any print advertising in a magazine, newspaper, directory, insert or program. Applies to a specified end user product or service.

Use in any marketing materials distributed to a targeted audience. Includes use in printed brochure, catalog, annual report, public relations and sales material. Also includes electronic (PDF) versions of the original printed uses. Applies to a specified end user product or service.

Use on an interior page of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to a single edition of a book in printed formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium and bind-up. Allows reproduction of page for promotional purposes.

Use on an interior page of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to a single edition of a book in all printed and web formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium, bind-up, e-book and password-protected website. Allows reproduction of page for promotional purposes.

Use on an interior page of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to all editions of a book in all printed, web and electronic formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium, bind-up, CD/DVD, e-book and password-protected website. Allows reproduction of page for promotional purposes.

Use on the cover of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to a single edition of a book in printed formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium and bind-up. Allows reproduction of cover for promotional purposes.

Use on the cover of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to a single edition of a book in all printed and web formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium, bind-up, e-book and password-protected website. Allows reproduction of cover for promotional purposes.

Use on the cover of a textbook, trade, retail, custom or reference book. Applies to all editions of a book in all printed, web and electronic formats. Includes use in hardcover, paperback, compendium, bind-up, CD/DVD, e-book and password-protected website. Allows reproduction of cover for promotional purposes.

Use on an interior page of a magazine, newspaper or journal. Applies to a single printed issue of a periodical. Includes distribution of same issue on publisher's website. Allows reproduction of page for promotional purposes.

Use on the cover of a magazine, newspaper or journal. Applies to a single printed issue of a periodical. Includes distribution of same issue on publisher's website. Allows reproduction of cover for promotional purposes.

Use restricted to reproduction in design prototypes for advertisements or publications, for internal business review only. Limited to prototype use only. Image may not be displayed or distributed to the public.

Duration, End User, License Start Date

Internal Review (PICR)

Use restricted to internal business review for inspection and/or editing purposes only. Excludes reproduction in comps or other design prototypes. No reproduction, distribution or other use of the image.

Use in any brochure or other printed material – including direct mail, public relations or sales material* – distributed to a targeted audience for commercial or promotional purposes. Also includes use in any retail product or product packaging. * Includes electronic version of finished piece (e.g., PDF).

Use in any web, electronic or broadcast media - including internet, email, mobile devices, television or presentation software - intended for commercial or promotional purposes. Also includes use in any film, video or theatrical production.

Use on the front cover of a magazine, newspaper, book or other printed material not intended for commercial or promotional purposes. Use applies to a single issue or edition and all reprints or printed versions of the original use. Image may only be used on the front cover of the publication.

Use inside or on back cover of a magazine, newspaper, book or other printed material not intended for commercial or promotional purposes. Use applies to a single issue or edition and all reprints or printed versions of the original use. Image may be used anywhere other than the front cover of the publication.

Use in web, electronic or broadcast media – including internet, mobile devices, television or film – not intended for commercial or promotional purposes. Use applies to a single edition, issue or program and all copies or versions of the original use appearing in electronic or broadcast format.